Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 6, 2025

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Naturpark Rheinland

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Start point

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932 m

Heimerzheim village and the Swistbach

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Here you can take a break. Delicious cappuccino and apple pie are available from the Lennartz bakery.

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3.50 km

Trail along the Swist

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Wow

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6.08 km

Swisttal Rest Area

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Very nice well-kept rest area. Unfortunately, you shouldn't expect ironed asphalt on the Swist route, but you will be rewarded by the landscape...

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8.17 km

Swistbach Cycle Path

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Nice, paved bike paths. Alternating sun and shade, even at over 30 degrees.

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12.7 km

Römerblick – View of the Roman Aqueduct near Buschhoven

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The Roman aqueduct was almost 100 km long.

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12.7 km

Römerblick Viewpoint and Rest Area

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Great long-distance view, with an explanation of what you see where.

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13.8 km

Panorama Bench in Naturpark Rheinland

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Here you can enjoy the sun

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14.1 km

Shaded Forest Path in Naturpark Rheinland

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Roman view. Great view.

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18.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.6 km

2.58 km

1.95 km

1.40 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.39 km

5.75 km

1.97 km

1.25 km

247 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Trail along the Swist – Swistbach Cycle Path loop from Heimerzheim

Heimerzheim village and the Swistbach

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Swisttal Rest Area

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